CSIR-IMMT Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Project Associate I/II & Senior Project Associate - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

CSIR-IMMT Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Project Associate I/II & Senior Project Associate - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

CSIR-IMMT Recruitment 2026: Notification Overview

The CSIR Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 13 Project Associate - I, Project Associate - II, and Senior Project Associate posts. This is a significant opportunity for candidates holding B.E./B.Tech, M.Sc, or PhD degrees seeking research-based positions in Odisha.

Recruitment Type: This is Direct Recruitment based on a Walk-in Interview. There is no written competitive examination.

Key Highlights

Vacancy Details 2026

The total of 13 vacancies are distributed across the following posts:

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

1. Educational Qualification

• Project Associate - I: B.E./B.Tech. in relevant engineering disciplines OR M.Sc. in relevant science disciplines.
• Project Associate - II:
  • M.Sc. in Geology with 2 years of R&D experience, OR
  • B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering with 2 years of R&D experience, OR
  • M.E./M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering.
• Senior Project Associate:
  • PhD in Chemistry, OR
  • M.Sc. Chemistry with 3 years of R&D experience, OR
  • M.E./M.Tech./B.E./B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering with 2-3 years of experience.

Important Note: Result awaiting candidates are not eligible. Candidates pursuing PhD can apply only if their research domain aligns with the project and they have permission from the Director. Equivalent/higher degrees are not considered essential.

2. Age Limit

• Project Associate - I / II: Maximum 35 years.
• Senior Project Associate: Maximum 40 years.

Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC candidates.

3. Mandatory Requirements

• Applicant must be a citizen of India.
• Candidates currently employed must furnish a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of the interview.

Selection Process

The selection for CSIR-IMMT posts is based on the following stages:

1. Online Application Submission: Via rects.immt.res.in.
2. Screening: Shortlisting of applications based on eligibility criteria.
3. Walk-in Interview: Candidates must appear for the interview at CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar.
4. Document Verification: To be conducted at the time of the interview.
5. Final Selection: Based strictly on interview performance.

Application Fee

The official notification text provided did not specify application fee details. Candidates are advised to check the official notification PDF for specific fee requirements.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website or use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section below.
2. Register and log in to the application portal at rects.immt.res.in.
3. Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
4. Upload required documents (photograph, signature, and certificates) in the prescribed format.
5. Deadline: Submit the application on or before 08-03-2026.
6. Review all details carefully before final submission.
7. Take a printout or save a PDF copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Visit Official Website (Look for Recruitment/Projects Section)